Apple's VisionOS 2.2 Transforms Vision Pro with Ultrawide Displays and Enhanced Mac Compatibility
December 11, 2024To install the update, users can navigate to Settings > General > Software Update on their Vision Pro headsets.
The panoramic display feature now allows for three virtual screen sizes, expanding the usability of the Mac Virtual Display beyond its initial single screen offering.
The ultrawide display option can reach a resolution of 10240 x 2880, significantly enhancing productivity by allowing multiple applications to be displayed simultaneously.
Despite some minor issues, such as sluggishness when switching display modes, the expanded virtual display is seen as a significant upgrade, bringing the Vision Pro closer to being a 'killer app' for productivity.
These expanded display options create a more comfortable work environment, whether at home or on the go, enhancing the versatility of the headset.
On December 11, 2024, Apple released visionOS 2.2, the second major update to visionOS 2, enhancing the functionality of the Apple Vision Pro headset.
This update introduces new wide (21:9) and ultrawide (32:9) aspect ratios for the Mac Virtual Display feature, allowing users to enjoy a workspace equivalent to two 5K monitors side by side.
The update significantly improves the Vision Pro's compatibility with Mac computers, enhancing its virtual display capabilities and overall user experience.
Dynamic foveated rendering is included, which enhances the sharpness of content based on the user's gaze, contributing to a more immersive experience.
Audio routing from the Mac to the Vision Pro headset has been improved, allowing sound to be redirected through the headset's speakers for a better multimedia experience.
The update also enhances web browsing by allowing users to view spatial photos and videos directly embedded on web pages through Safari.
While some features in visionOS 2.2 may not be available in all regions, users can find more information on Apple's official website.
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The Verge • Dec 11, 2024
The Vision Pro’s ultrawide Mac display is very close to being a killer app9to5Mac • Dec 11, 2024
Apple Vision Pro just got way more useful following visionOS 2.2 release - 9to5MacMacRumors • Dec 11, 2024
Apple Releases visionOS 2.2 With Ultrawide Mac Virtual DisplayMacworld • Dec 11, 2024
VisionOS 2.2 brings long-awaited Mac Virtual Display upgrade